Multiple choice

'A' faced trial for cheating 'Z' by dishonestly inducing him to lend money by knowingly pledging fake diamonds. 'Z' died during trial and was survived by a son 'X'. 'X' moved an application in the Trial Court to compound the offence. Which of the following is the correct legal preposition?

  1. 'X' is not competent to compound the offence.

  2. On the death of complainant 'Z', the trial proceedings shall abate.

  3. Court cannot entertain such an application after death of the complainant.

  4. 'X' can compound the offence with the consent of the Court.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Under Section 320(8) CrPC, the criminal court can permit compounding by a legal heir if the original complainant is dead. The son, as legal heir, can compound the offense with court consent. The trial does not abate if the offense is compoundable.